Ludisia discolor Jewel Orchid Starter Plants (2) Bare Root | Tissue-Cultured

About This Plant

Jewel Orchid (Ludisia discolor) is prized for velvety dark green leaves with shimmering metallic veins. This tropical orchid has a compact growth habit, making it suitable for terrariums and indoor decorative displays. Flowers are white with yellow centers on mature plants, but these are primarily grown for foliage value.

What You Will Receive

Two (2) Ludisia discolor starter plants. Tissue-cultured, not cuttings. Grown in 2-inch nursery pots, but not fully rooted into the pots. Plants are shipped bare root with the original soil pod wrapped for protection. 2-inch nursery pots are not included. Root systems are lightly established and may be very small due to slow rooting nature.

• Includes 2 Ludisia discolor starter plants
• Tissue-cultured plants — not cuttings
• Grown in 2-inch nursery pots (pots not included)
• Shipped bare root with original soil pod wrapped
• Root systems lightly established; slow-rooting species
• Excellent for terrariums and indoor tropical collections
• Natural variation in foliage color, veining, and plant size expected

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season and shipping requirements. Size and appearance will vary and are typically smaller than mature reference photos.

Notes

Common Name: Jewel Orchid
Scientific Name: Ludisia discolor
Plant Type: Tropical Orchid
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: White flowers with yellow centers (on mature plants)
Sunlight: Bright indirect light to low light
Soil: Moisture-retentive, well-draining orchid or tropical mix
Water: Keep soil lightly moist but not waterlogged
USDA Zone: 10–11

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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